Barrell Bourbon Batch 036

Tasting Notes and Characteristics:

Barrell Bourbon Batch 036 opens with a bold, warming presence that makes it perfect for slow sipping on a cool evening or sharing among friends at a special gathering. Bottled at 57.22% ABV, this cask strength bourbon is crafted in the United States using a blend of straight bourbons aged between 9 and 16 years. Its small-batch production highlights Barrell’s commitment to complexity and balance, offering enthusiasts an unfiltered experience that showcases the full character of American whiskey.

On the palate, Batch 036 delivers layers of caramelized brown sugar, toasted oak, ripe stone fruit, and baking spices. Hints of dark cherry and vanilla mingle with subtle notes of leather and tobacco for added depth. This robust flavor profile stands up beautifully to barbecue ribs, where its spice cuts through rich sauces while enhancing smoky flavors. Paired with dark chocolate, the bourbon’s sweetness and warmth create a harmonious finish that lingers long after each sip.

Producer Information: Barrell Craft Spirits

Barrell Craft Spirits is based in Louisville, Kentucky, a city recognized as a hub for American whiskey production. Founded in 2013 by Joe Beatrice, the company began with a vision to source and blend exceptional casks from established distilleries rather than distilling its own spirits. Barrell Craft Spirits focuses on small-batch releases and cask-strength bottlings, emphasizing transparency about sourcing and blending methods. Their approach involves meticulous selection of barrels from various regions and producers, followed by innovative blending techniques that highlight unique flavor profiles.

Beyond their flagship bourbon offerings, Barrell Craft Spirits has expanded its portfolio to include rye whiskeys, American whiskeys, rum blends, and finished whiskeys aged in diverse cask types such as sherry or Armagnac barrels. The company is also known for limited-edition releases like the Dovetail series and Seagrass rye whiskey, which showcase creative barrel finishing processes. Their product range appeals to collectors and enthusiasts seeking complexity across different spirit categories while maintaining high standards of quality control throughout each batch release.